UC Santa Barbara athletics is committed to developing successful and resourceful people who lead, who inspire and innovate, who persevere through challenges to reach their full potential, who drive for excellence, and make a positive difference in the world. Our commitment extends further to serving and continuing to grow a deeply connected and engaged Gaucho community. We are student-centered, people-focused, and community engaged as we build upon a strong and sustainable foundation for extraordinary achievement in and out of the athletics arena.